Events in London

Improvisational Genius: Reggie Watts Live

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 21:00

The Jazz Cafe

Comedy

Reggie Watts brings his improvisational genius to The Jazz Café for a live, unscripted evening of rapid-fire riffs, looping beats, and surreal humor. Set in an intimate London venue, the show blends comedy and music into a one-of-a-kind improv experience.

Mozart Requiem by Candlelight

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 20:30

St Martin-in-the-Fields

Music

Experience Mozart's Requiem by candlelight at the historic St Martin-in-the-Fields in London. An intimate choral-orchestral performance that highlights the drama and beauty of this timeless masterwork in a candlelit church setting.

Nicky Spence & Malcolm Martineau Recital

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 20:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

Renowned tenor Nicky Spence and pianist Malcolm Martineau give a refined classical recital at Wigmore Hall on 9 May 2026 at 7:30 pm. Expect intimate song and art-song repertoire performed in the venue’s acclaimed acoustic setting in London. An elegant evening of vocal chamber music that highlights lyrical richness and refined artistry.

Modeselektor

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 20:30

EartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney)

Music

Modeselektor headlines a night of pulsing electronic music at EartH in Hackney. The Berlin duo blends techno-electro textures with high-energy grooves for a club-ready show in a historic arts venue, with immersive visuals and a dancefloor-friendly vibe.

8 1/2

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 21:05

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

Classic Federico Fellini drama 8 1/2 screens at Prince Charles Cinema, following a director's crisis of creativity and the film's surreal, romantic interludes.

Enterprise National League Promotion Final

Sun, 10 May 2026

Wembley Stadium

Sports

The Enterprise National League Promotion Final returns to Wembley Stadium for a high-stakes clash that decides promotion, delivering big-stage football, electric atmosphere, and a packed London crowd at the iconic venue.

OffBeat Folk Film Festival: Epic Journeys

Sun, 10 May 2026

The Garden Cinema

Film

OffBeat Folk Film Festival: Epic Journeys lights up The Garden Cinema with a hand-picked program of folk-inspired films about epic travels and music legends. Intimate screenings, a boutique cinema vibe, and post-screening discussions bring indie cinema and travel stories to life.

Ashley Gavin: Big Momma

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 20:30

Hackney Empire

Comedy

Comedian Ashley Gavin brings her new show Big Momma to Hackney Empire in London for a one-night engagement on 9 May 2026 at 7:30pm, following a smash debut UK tour in 2024. The show promises sharp, boundary-pushing stand-up; tickets £30-£42.50.

Phonox: DVS1 & Special Guest

Sun, 10 May 2026

Phonox

Music

Phonox in Brixton hosts a late-night electronic/techno club night featuring DVS1 with a special guest. Expect tight mixing, pounding rhythms, and a packed dancefloor in this iconic London venue.

Kerala Dust Live at Fabric - All Night

Sun, 10 May 2026

fabric

Music

Go all night with Kerala Dust Live at Fabric—Mira, Arman, Jonathan Kaspar, Meltem Yazar and more in a non-stop electronic music journey from 23:00 to 07:00.

Snor: Midnight Tour

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 22:00

XOYO

Music

DJ Snor brings the Midnight Tour to XOYO in London for a late-night electronic club show. Expect pulsing bass, immersive visuals, and high-energy sets that keep the dancefloor moving until the early hours. A must for fans of nocturnal electronic music and immersive club nights.

Natalie Cuomo

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 21:00

Comedy

Natalie Cuomo headlines a stand-up show in London during a multi-venue run May 7–9, 2026 (May 9 show at 8:00 PM); tickets available.

Ne-Yo @ The O2

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 19:00

The O2

Music

Ne-Yo and Akon light up The O2 in London with a high-energy pop-R&B night. Expect chart-topping hits, glossy production, and crowd sing-alongs in a premier arena setting.

The Wizard of Oz

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 13:00

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

The Wizard of Oz (1939) screens at Prince Charles Cinema in London, Victor Fleming’s magical 102-minute musical fantasy where Dorothy and Toto follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City, meeting friends who seek courage, heart and brains.

Rabbits out of the Hat

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 11:00

Jacksons Lane

Family

Magic meets family fun at Jacksons Lane as the Magic Circle magicians present Rabbits out of the Hat. A spellbinding, silly story about being yourself unfolds with dazzling tricks, playful songs, and circus flair in an intimate London venue—perfect for kids and their grown-ups.

Big Fun Walk

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 11:00

Various locations starting at Cherry Tree Wood, Finchley

Family

Join North London Hospice for the 30th Big Fun Walk, a family-friendly charity stroll beginning at Cherry Tree Wood, Finchley. Choose the 5-mile Little Fun Walk ending at Primrose Hill, or join the full walk through London’s parks for a great cause.

The Spring Lucky Dip Run 2026

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 10:00

The Last Hop, Unit 2, Thames Edge Court, Clarence Street, Staines, TW18 4SU

Sports

Join the Spring Lucky Dip Run in Staines at The Last Hop on May 10, 2026. Choose your medal and run any distance from 3km to 50km—open to all abilities. A welcoming outdoor run with a casual, community vibe.

Paul Carrack @ Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 20:30

Theatre Royal Drury Lane

Music

Paul Carrack headlines a live show at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London. A classic pop/soft rock vocalist delivering enduring hits in the historic West End venue, blending intimate voice with polished musicianship.

English Chamber Orchestra performs Mozart and Beethoven

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 20:30

Cadogan Hall

Music

Experience a refined London evening as the English Chamber Orchestra graces Cadogan Hall, weaving Mozart and Beethoven through lush strings and intimate solos for a concert that glows with classical elegance.

Quick Korean | Cookery Masterclass with Da-Hae West

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 11:00

Garden Museum

Food

Join Korean cookery teacher Da-Hae West for a hands-on masterclass at the Garden Museum. Learn essential techniques and flavors of Korean cooking in a friendly, practical session on Sunday 10 May starting at 10:00.

Fibonacci Quartet

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 12:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

Fibonacci Quartet performs intimate chamber works at London's Wigmore Hall, delivering precise ensemble playing and lyrical phrasing in a prestigious recital venue. This matinee-style concert showcases standout quartet artistry in an acoustically renowned setting.

Avishai Cohen @ Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club

Mon, 11 May 2026

Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club

Music

Jazz legend Avishai Cohen brings his virtuosic bass and intimate repertoire to Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in London. Expect a high-caliber live set at the iconic Soho venue, blending intricate melodies, groove, and improvisation in a classic club atmosphere.

House Music Every Saturday: Soul City

Sat, 9 May 2026 at 21:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

House Music Every Saturday: Soul City at Jazz Cafe, London — a sultry evening of soulful house, spinning deep grooves by top DJs inside the intimate, brass-warm setting of Jazz Cafe, where London's dancefloor sparkles under candlelit charm.

Jean-Efflam Bavouzet Piano Recital

Sun, 10 May 2026 at 20:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

Iconic pianist Jean-Efflam Bavouzet gives a refined solo piano recital at Wigmore Hall in London on May 10, 2026 at 7:30 PM, showcasing virtuosic repertoire in the venue's intimate acoustics. A must for classical fans seeking precision, warmth, and expressive depth.

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